Live auction of tole art to aid Katrina victims

The local chapter of the Society of Decorative Painters holds its annual live auction, "In the Pumpkin Patch," at the Aikahi Elementary School cafeteria at 5:30 p.m. tomorrow.

Tole paintings and decorative art pieces also will be included in a boutique and silent auction.

Tole painting historically refers to decorative painting on tin surfaces, especially in New England and by the Pennsylvania Germans. Today, the diverse art form involves a variety of media, and both functional and nonfunctional surfaces.

The decorative painting includes facets of Early American techniques such as stenciling, bronzing, gold leafing and country painting.

All proceeds from the event will be donated to aid Hurricane Katrina victims. Call Frances Kauai-Lynch at 550-4888.